The term "building fire protection" encompasses measures and requirements for building materials, components, and technical systems that prevent the outbreak of fire, inhibit the spread of fire in the event of an incident, and enable effective firefighting. The author provides information on the various regulations in state building codes, standards, and laws, as well as the fire-related properties of building materials and components. In addition to the requirements for residential construction, the regulations for industrial and special construction, as well as the possibilities and challenges in the renovation of buildings, are also addressed. The book aids architects and engineers in understanding the requirements of building regulations and structural fire protection, empowering them to plan and implement the necessary measures early in the construction process through qualified planning.